2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Armada | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
